Я йду до магазину.

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Breakdown of Я йду до магазину.

• йти: to go
• до: to
• магазин: the store

Questions & Answers about Я йду до магазину.

What does "йду" mean in this sentence?

"йду" is the first-person singular form of the verb "йти," which means "to go" (typically on foot). It indicates that the speaker (represented by "Я") is currently walking toward a destination.

Why is the preposition "до" used before "магазину"?

The preposition "до" in Ukrainian means "to" and is used to express movement toward a particular place. It requires the noun that follows to be in the genitive case, which is why "магазин" becomes "магазину."

What case is the noun "магазин" in when it appears as "магазину," and why?

In its form "магазину," the noun "магазин" is in the genitive case. This case is used with the preposition "до" to indicate the direction toward which the action is taking place—namely, "to the store."

Why is the subject "Я" explicitly stated at the beginning of the sentence?

While Ukrainian often allows the subject to be omitted because the verb form already indicates the person, including "Я" (meaning "I") adds clarity and emphasis. It makes it immediately clear who is performing the action.

Does "йду" imply that the speaker is walking, or can it be used for other modes of movement?

Yes, "йду" specifically implies that the speaker is moving on foot, as it comes from the verb "йти" which is associated with walking. For other types of movement, such as traveling by vehicle, Ukrainian uses a different verb form like "їду" (from "їхати").